CS Test
Planning and reviewing goals will identify activities to help meet those goals A) true B) false
A) true
Professional development is a commitment to continuous learning A) true B) false
A) true
Sterile items should be stored at least __________ inches below sprinkler heads A) 8 B) 18 C) 12 D) 15
B) 18
The relative humidity of the assembly area should be A) less than 75% B) 30% to 60% C) 40% to 70% D) less than 35%
B) 30% to 60%
When using glutaraldehyde technicians should always wear latex gloves for protection A)True B) False
B) False
Woven reusable fabrics are the packaging products of choice for ozone sterilization A) True B) False
B) False
An extended aeration cycle is required for items sterilized in ozone sterilization processes A) true B) false
B) false
At this time, tracking systems are unable to track worker productivity information A) true B) false
B) false
Automatic endoscope reprocessors are not recommended for flexible endoscopes A) true B) false
B) false
Woven reusable fabrics are the packaging products of choice for ozone sterilization A) true B) false
B) false
multiple drug resistant organisms are a declining threat to patients in healthcare facilities A) true B) false
B) false
The suffix- ectomy means A) to repair B) surgical removal C) Inflammation D) none of the above
B) surgical removal
Patient care equipment should be stored in a ____________ condition A) "ready to dispense" B) "ready to clean" C) "ready to inspect" D) "ready to sterilize"
A) "ready to dispense"
Instrument marking tape should be wrapped approximately __________ around the instrument A) 1.5 times B) two times C) 2.5 times D) three times
A) 1.5 times
During hand washing, hands should be lathered and scrubbed for at least A) 10 seconds B) 20 seconds C) one minute D) two minutes
A) 10 seconds
The relative humidity is (r.h) is A) 97% to 100% B) 88% to 90% C) 90% to 100% D) 88% to 97%
A) 97% to 100%
A system is A) a group organs B) two or more different types of tissue C) a group of living cells that join together D) all the above
A) A group of organs
Prions are A) Abnormal forms of protein B) Gram positive bacillus C) a type of virus D) An acid fast microorganism
A) Abnormal forms of protein
When patient equipment enters a healthcare facility, it must be safety checked by a _________ before it is cleared for patient use A) Biomedical technician B) infection control committee member C) central service technician D) central service director
A) Biomedical technician
The basic unit of a living organism A) Cell B) Cytoplasm C) Nucleus D) Organ
A) Cell
the first step to inspect the insulation of a laparoscopic instrument is to. A) check the collar at a distal tip B) Try to slide the insulation back C) Check the handle for shipping or cracking D) Visually check the instrument's shaft
A) Check the collar at a distal tip
Items that are introduced directly into the bloodstream or other normally sterile areas the body are classified as. A) Critical items B) Semi-critical items C) Non-critical items D) Equipment
A) Critical items
Steam sterilization is the most commonly used method of sterilization used in healthcare because A) Cycles are fast and inexpensive B) It is versatile; the temperature can be adjusted to sterilize heat sensitive items C) there is no need to run biological tests for steam sterilization D) Chemical indicators are optional in steam sterilization
A) Cycles are fast and inexpensive
which of the following is NOT a growing trend in central service A) Decentralization of central service responsibilities B) the use of more reusable and more complex devices C) satellite-processing units with centralized management D) Consolidation into entire integrated delivery methods
A) Decentralization of central service responsibilities
The movement of supplies throughout the healthcare facility is called A) distribution B) inventory management C) case cart system D) procurement
A) Distribution
Survey readiness is the responsibility of A) Every central service tech B) The central service management management team C) Central service and other various departments D) The infection prevention and control department
A) Every central service tech
Water must be degassed each time the ultrasonic cleaner's tank is changed because A) Excess bubbles from filling reduce the energy of the cavitation process B) Excess bubbles reduce the effectiveness of the detergent C) Excess bubbles decrease the temperature of the tank D) Excess bubbles make it difficult to see items being cleaned
A) Excess bubbles from filling reduce the energy of the cavitation process
Documentation is not required for items that are immediate use steam sterilized A) True B) False
A) False
Pasteurizers disinfect using A) Heated water B) phenols C) high-level disinfectants D) peracetic acid
A) Heated water
One goal of point-of-use preparation is to prevent instruments from being damaged A) true B) false
A) true
When assembling instrument trays A) Heavier instruments should be placed placed on the bottom of the tray B) Peel packs should be place on edge on the side of the instrument pan C) Instrument lumens should all be dry D) Wicking material should be used in all trays
A) Heavier instruments should be placed placed on the bottom of the tray
Devices categorized as semi-critical items, must be at least _______ prior to use. A) High-level disinfected B) Intermediate- level disinfected C) Low-level disinfected D) Sterilized
A) High-level disinfected
The most common reason steam sterilization failure is A) Lack of steam contact with the instrument B) Temperature in the sterilizer chamber C) Time of the conditioning phase D) Dry steam
A) Lack of steam contact with the instrument
Which of the following steps happens first when processing flexible endoscopes? A) Leak-testing B) High-level disinfecting/ sterilizing C) manual cleaning D) drying
A) Leak-testing
The decontamination area of the central service department should have A) Negative air flow B) Positive air flow C) Filtered air flow D) no air exchanges because it is a biohazard area
A) Negative air flow
The decontamination area should have A) Negative air flow in relation to the other areas of the department B) Positive air flow in relation to the other areas of the department C) 15 air exchanges per hour D) Positive air flow with 15 exchanges per hour
A) Negative air flow in relation to the other areas of the department
Which of the following statements about endoscopes is true? A) Not all endoscopes can be processed in an automated endoscope reprocessor. B) Ultrasonic cleaning is the process of choice for endoscopes C) Flexible endoscopes are not easily damaged D) All endoscopes should be steam sterilized
A) Not all endoscopes can be processed in an automated endoscope reprocessor.
Agency which may intervene in a matter of worker protection even if there are no specific regulations covering the situation A) Occupational safety and health administration B) Environmental Protection Agency C) U.S. food and drug administration D) Association of perioperative registered nurses
A) Occupational safety and health administration
Central service technicians must wear special attire referred to as ___________ to minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants A) PPE B) OSHA C) TPA D) CDC
A) PPE
central service technicians must wear special attire referred to as ________ to minimize their exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contaminants A) PPE B) OSHA C) TPA D) CDC
A) PPE
When arranging paper/plastic pouches in the sterilizer, the pouches should be arranged A) paper-to-plastic B) Paper-to-paper C) plastic-to-plastic D) the way in which the most packages can be placed in the sterilizer
A) Paper-to-plastic
Which of the following means BESIDE or NEAR A) Para B) Peri C) Parta D) Pana
A) Para
Which of the following tracking methods provides real-time information A) Radio frequency identification tags B) Laser-etched bar codes C) Standard car codes D) Dot matrix applications
A) Radio frequency identification tags
What color should biohazard labels/signs be A) Red/Orange B) Orange/yellow C) Orange/blue D) Green/black
A) Red/orange
Cleaning brushes A) Should b decontaminated at least daily B) Should have metal bristles C) Larger than the lumen to be cleaned D) All the Above
A) Should b decontaminated at least daily
One common cause of a clogged drain screen is A) Tape B) Wrapper particles C) poor steam quality D) a malfunctioning battle plate
A) Tape
The purpose of using a decontamination battery or hose when cleaning powered surgical instruments is A) To keep fluid from entering the unit B) To keep functioning batteries and cords clean C) To prevent electrical shock D) To test unit while cleaning
A) To keep fluid from entering the unit
The abbreviation CR relates to a surgical procedure for A) Treating a fractured bone without a surgical incision B) Creating a new blood supply to an area of the heart C) Surgical removal of the uterus D) Surgical removal of part of the prostate gland
A) Treating a fractured bone without a surgical incision
All items sterilized or high-level disinfected at the point-of-use must be carefully monitored and logged A) True B) False
A) True
All rigid sterilization containers have tamper-evident seals A) true B) False
A) True
All sonic cleaners have a decontamination cycle A) true B) False
A) True
Always wearing personal protective equipment in the decontamination area is quality process A) True B) False
A) True
Automatic washers clean using a spray-force action called impingement A) True B) False
A) True
Cellulose-containing packaging materials are not compatible with hydrogen peroxide sterilization A) True B) False
A) True
Cleaning is defined as the removal of all visible and non-visible soil A) True B) False
A) True
During instrument manufacture the process of passivation helps build a protective chromium oxide layer on the instruments surface A) True B) False
A) True
End of procedure point-of-use guideline include removing gross soil disassembling of multi-point instruments and ensuring instruments are kept moist A) True B) False
A) True
Ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide and ozone sterilization process must all be monitored using chemical, physical and biological monitors A) True B) False
A) True
Hand hygiene is considered the single most important factor in reducing infections A) True B) False
A) True
Supplies such as disposable wraps are called A) consumable b) capital supplies C) patient care supplies D) assets
A) consumable
In order to reprocess single-use devices, a hospital must be able to prove the device will act the same as it did when it was first manufactured A) True B) False
A) True
Information about a device's compatibility with a specific sterilization process should be obtained from the device's manufacturer A) True B) False
A) True
Items that have been used inpatient care should be considered contaminated A) True B) False
A) True
Microgrind or supercut scissors are usually identified with a black handle A) True B) False
A) True
Not understanding medical terminology may compromise patient care A) True B) False
A) True
One of the goals of stock arrangement is to provide minimal product handling while allowing first in, first out rotation A) True B) False
A) True
One type of formal monitoring is watching the department's temperature and humidity levels A) True B) False
A) True
Positive air flow means when the door is opened air flows out of instead of into the area A) true B) False
A) True
Powered surgical instrument air hoses should be pressurized for proper inspection A) true B) False
A) True
Quality planning includes studying other facilities A) True B) False
A) True
Recommendations regarding sterilization practices are provided by the association for the advancement of medical instrumentation A) True B) False
A) True
Sometimes state or local regulations differ from federal regulations and when that happens the most stringent regulations apply. A) True B) False
A) True
Staphylococcus is classified as a gram-positive bacteria A) True B) False
A) True
The guidelines for sterile storages are the same for both items sterilized in house and for items purchased sterile A) True B) False
A) True
The mechanical process by which an ultrasonic cleaner works is called cavitation A) True B) False
A) True
The purpose of a decontamination battery is to protect powered surgical instruments from fluid invasion A) True B) False
A) True
The steam sterilization process can be affected by the design of the medical device being sterilized A) True B) False
A) True
Tissue forceps have teeth A) True B) False
A) True
To prevent aerosols items should be brushed below the surface of the water A) true B) false
A) True
Users are responsible to notify central service if they discover instruments or equipment that are in need to repair A) true B) false
A) True
Using the wrong container filter or poor filter placement can be cause of a wet pack A) True B) False
A) True
When it is necessary to transport soiled items between facilities using a truck or van, facilities must consult U.S. Department of Transportation, as well as state and local laws for transporting biohazardous items. A) True B) False
A) True
The term oscopy means A) Visual examination B) Disease C) surgical removal D) diagnosis of a medical condition
A) Visual examination
The inventory system that stocks supplies by established stock levels is called A) a periodic automated replenishment system B) case cart C) an ADT system D) exchange system
A) a periodic automated replenishment system
Prions are A) abnormal forms of protein B) gram positive bacillus C) a type of virus D) an acid fast microorganism
A) abnormal forms of protein
A true central service quality program utilizes A) all central service personnel and a cross section of its customers B) top administrators and the infection prevention department C) surgeons and visitors D) all the above
A) all central service personnel and a cross section of its customers
Pyrogens A) are fever-producing substances B) are microorganisms that have survived sterilization C) cause Creutzfeldt-jakob disease D) are soils particles
A) are fever-producing substances
Which of the following is the most important factor necessary for teamwork A) attitude B) promptness C) loyalty D) cooperation
A) attitude
The process of changing work or working conditions to reduce physical stress is A) called ergonomics B) the employee injury reduction plan C) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Worker's Rights Program D) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Risk management Program
A) called ergonomics
Tray's that overhang the shelving A) can become contaminated B) is ok for rigid containers but not for flat wrapped tray's C) is an appropriate way to store trays as it allows for the use of proper body mechanics when lifting heavy trays D) none of the above
A) can become contaminated
This surgical procedure removes tissue or displaced bone from the wrist area to release pressure on the median nerve A) carpal tunnel repair B) ulnar nerve transposition C) Arthrotomy D) fasciotimy
A) carpal tunnel repair
The basic unit of a living organism A) cells B) cytoplasm C) nucleus D) organs
A) cells
This surgical procedure is the removal of the gall bladder A) cholecystectomy B) colectomy C) Parotidectomy D) Gastrectomy
A) cholecystectomy
The shelving system of choice for the sterile storage area is A) closed B) semi closed C) open D) track
A) closed
This process allows a person to understand someone else's needs A) communication B) human relations C) feedback D) moral behavior
A) communication
To prevent coagulation of proteins, instruments should be pre-rinsed using A) cool water B) warm water C) a neutral detergent D) a disinfectant rinse
A) cool water
items that are introduced directly into the bloodstream or other normally sterile areas of the body are classified as A) critical items B) semi-critical items C) non-critical items D) equipment
A) critical items
Washer disinfector screens should be cleaned at least A) daily B) each shift C) weekly, preferably daily D) monthly
A) daily
When using high-level disinfectants it is important to remember they may be deactivated by A) dilution B) organic matter C) time D) all the above
A) dilution
This tissue covers the body's external surface A) epithelial tissue B) connective tissue C) muscular tissue D) nervous tissue
A) epithelial tissue
Occupational Safety and Health Administration is responsible for A) ethylene oxide guidelines, worker safety, and the bloodborne pathogen standard B) biohazard material transport safety, personal protective equipment and product C) prion guidelines, safe medical device act and medwatch D) sterilization safety guidelines, decontamination safety guidelines and personal protective equipment
A) ethylene oxide guidelines, worker safety, and the bloodborne pathogen standard
Departmental dress codes apply to A) everyone entering the central sterile department B) only hospitals employees C) only persons who will be spending more than 10 mins in the central service work area D) only visitors such as sales reps, maintenance personnel, etc
A) everyone entering the central sterile department
Pasteurizers disinfect using A) heated water B) phenols C) high-level disinfectants D) peracetic acid
A) heated water
Combining vowels are used to A) help with the pronunciation of the word B) connects two similar terms C) change the meaning of the root D) helps designate the term as a medical anatomy term
A) help with the pronunciation of the word
Devices categorized as semi-critical items, must be at least _________ prior use A) high-level disinfected B) intermediate-level disinfected C) low-level disinfected D) sterilized
A) high-level disinfected
Enabling people to use information gained to interact with others is known as A) human relations B) communications C) cross-functional teams D) moral behavior
A) human relations
Ethylene oxide gas canisters should be stored A) in a containment locker B) outside C) in a refrigerator D) in a chamber heated to 75 degrees Fahrenheit
A) in a containment locker
Using untreated water A) increases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits B) decreases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits C) is recommended to be used during the detergent cycle D) is used for the final rinse process
A) increases the likelihood of mineral scale deposits
The ears are made up of three parts A) inner, external and middle B) external, eardrum and middle C) funnel, stapes and malleus D) stapes, external and sclera
A) inner, external and middle
Phenolics are classified as A) intermediate- to low- level disinfectants B) intermediate- to high-level disinfectants C) high-level disinfectants D) sterilants
A) intermediate- to low- level disinfectants
Sterilizer load records should contain A) items and quantity sterilized B) types of physical monitors utilized C) preventive maintenance dates D) all the above
A) items and quantity sterilized
Standards and regulations help set A) minimal levels of quality and safety B) equal pay practices C) productivity time lines D) all of the above
A) minimal levels of quality and safety
healthcare regulations and standards provide consistency of departmental activities by outlining A) minimal levels of quality and safety B) equal pay practices C) productivity time lines D) all the above
A) minimal levels of quality and safety
What exposure monitoring is required for all personnel using a hydrogen peroxide sterilizer? A) no monitoring is required B) daily C) Semi annually D) Monthly
A) no monitoring is required
Exposure monitoring is ____________ for all personnel using hydrogen peroxide sterilizer A) not required B) required daily C) required semi-annually D) required monthly
A) not required
Peel pouches should be placed _____________ for sterilization A) on the edge, paper to plastic B) on edge, plastic to plastic C) placed flat with plastic side up D) placed flat with the paper side up
A) on the edge, paper to plastic
Cartilage is replaced by bone through a process called A) ossification B) calcification C) osmosis D) cancellous formation
A) ossification
Documentation of immediate use steam sterilization cycles should include A) patient identification and reason for immediate use steam sterilization cycle B) leak testing results C) process challenge device lot number D) all the above
A) patient identification and reason for immediate use steam sterilization cycle
Documentation of immediate use steam sterilization cycles should include A) patient identification and reason for the immediate use steam sterilization cycle B) leak testing results C) process challenge device lot number D) all the above
A) patient identification and reason for the immediate use steam sterilization cycle
Items to be disinfected or sterilized at point of use must be A) properly cleaned per manufacturer's instructions for use B) semi-critical devices C) non-critical devices D) all the above
A) properly cleaned per manufacturer's instructions for use
Regulations and standards provide information to help ensure A) quality and safety B) standard guidelines for legal protection C) goals for patient safety D) All the above
A) quality and safety
Not following established policies and procedures will result in a lower quality program A) true B) false
A) true
Case cart systems A) reduce the amount of inventory needed in user departments B) are usually used in small facilities C) require a duplicate cart of supplies in inventory D) are an automated supply requisition system
A) reduce the amount of inventory needed in user departments
Rigid container filter retention plates should be A) removed from the container and lid and cleaned separately B) Manually cleaned and attached to the lid for mechanical cleaning C) left attached to the lid during the cleaning process D) none of the above
A) removed from the container and lid and cleaned separately
Cleaning brushes A) should be cleaned and sterilized at least daily B) should have metal bristles C) should be one larger than the lumen to be cleaned D) all the above
A) should be cleaned and sterilized at least daily
Outside shipping containers A) should be removed prior to placing the items in storage B) may be stored in the sterile storage area as long as they are not stored near the in house sterilized items C) make good storage containers to help keep items from falling from the shelves D) All the above
A) should be removed prior to placing the items in storage
The bottom shelf of any sterile storage system should be A) solid and eight to 10 inches from the floor B) solid and two to four inches from the floor C) cleaned weekly D) wire and eight to 10 inches from the floor
A) solid and eight to 10 inches from the floor
the suffix -ectomy means A) surgical removal B) inflammation C) surgical revision D) visual examination of organs
A) surgical removal
The higher the bioburden on an object A) the more difficult it will be to sterilize B) the less time it will take to sterilize C) the more biological tests will be needed in the load D) the longer it will take to cool after sterilization
A) the more difficult it will be to sterilize
Know what is dirty, know what is clean, know what is sterile; keeping the three conditions separate, and remedying contamination immediately are A) the principles of asepsis B) the basic's of the bloodborne pathogen standard C) the principles of infection prevention and control D) the basics of environmental control
A) the principles of asepsis
Which organization writes standards relating to the processing of flexible endoscopes A) the society of gastroenterology nurses and associates B) the occupational safety and health organization C) the international standard organization D) the association for professionals in infection control and epidemiology
A) the society of gastroenterology nurses and associates
Both the association of perioperative Registered Nurses and The Joint Commission recommend that A) the use of immediate use steam sterilization be minimized or decreased B) immediate use steam be performed in only one sterilizer per facility C) healthcare facilities get U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for immediate use steam sterilization D) only central service techs operate immediate use steam sterilizers
A) the use of immediate use steam sterilization be minimized or decreased
Jewelry should not be worn in the central service department work areas because A) they harbor bacteria B) the are expensive C) they may be damaged D) they may be misplaced or stolen
A) they harbor bacteria
A plane crash is an example of an external disaster A) true B) false
A) true
After applying instrument identification tape, instruments should be autoclave to help the tape bond to the instrument A) true B) false
A) true
After sterilization the load contents may take two hours or more to cool A) true B) false
A) true
All department staff members must be fully engaged to make a quality program A) true B) false
A) true
All item should be removed from storage shelves prior to cleaning the shelf A) true B) false
A) true
All items sterilized or high-level disinfected at point of use must be carefully monitored and logged A) true B) false
A) true
Always wearing personal protective equipment in the decontamination area is a quality A) true B) false
A) true
Cellulose materials cannot be processed within a hydrogen peroxide sterilizer A) true B) false
A) true
Disposable items increase combustible load in a healthcare facility A) true B) false
A) true
Documentation log sheets should be maintained when using a high-level disinfectant A) true B) false
A) true
Everyone who may transport contaminated items must be trained in safe handling procedures A) true B) false
A) true
Failure to receive accreditation from the joint commission can result in the loss of Medicare and Medicaid payments A) true B) false
A) true
Healthcare facilities using ethylene oxide should have a dedicated ventilation system to remove residual ethylene oxide during the exhaust cycle A) true B) false
A) true
In addition to providing financial and operational management, information technology systems are used to help ensure patient safety A) true B) false
A) true
Increased education helps technicians provide higher quality services A) true B) false
A) true
Information about a device's compatibility with a specific sterilization process should be obtained from the device's manufacturer A) true B) false
A) true
Information about chemical or hazardous substances must be available to all employees A) true B) false
A) true
Items that are wrapped moist can be a cause of wet packs A) true B) false
A) true
Jewelry is discouraged in sterile storage because it can damage or contaminate packages A) true B) false
A) true
Loaner instrumentation can cause receiving challenges A) true B) false
A) true
Recommendations regarding sterilization practices are provided by the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation A) true B) false
A) true
Safety relates to safety to freedom from damage, risk or injury A) true B) false
A) true
Sterile packages should be store no lower than eight to 10 inches from the floor A) true B) false
A) true
The place where the two parts of an instrument meet and pivot is called the box lock A) true B) false
A) true
The steam sterilization can be affected by the design of the medical device being sterilized A) true B) false
A) true
The steam sterilization process can be affected by the types of soil present on the devices to be sterilized A) true B) false
A) true
To sterilize items using immediate use steam sterilization, the item's manufacturer instructions must state the item can be sterilized using an immediate use steam sterilization cycle A) true B) false
A) true
Tracking individual instruments is important to help ensure specific instruments are kept with a specific set A) true B) false
A) true
U.S. Food and drug Administration recalls may be either mandatory or voluntary A) true B) false
A) true
cellulose materials cannot be processed within a hydrogen peroxide sterilizer A) true B) false
A) true
ethylene oxide is a toxic gas A) True B) False
A) true
hydrogen peroxide kills microorganisms by a process called oxidation A) true B) false
A) true
information technology is often the cornerstone of initiatives to transform healthcare A) true B) false
A) true
many words may contain more than one root element A) true B) false
A) true
most central service departments employ some sort of automated information management system A) true B) false
A) true
quality requires the efforts and participation of everyone in the healthcare facility A) true B) false
A) true
spores help some microorganisms survive in adverse conditions A)True B) false
A) true
the surgery of the ear that reconstructs the eardrum so sound waves can be sent to the middle ear A) tympanoplasty B) stapedectomy C) auditory implantation D) myringotomy
A) tympanoplasty
The purpose of a suction stylet is to A) unclog the suction during surgery B) clean the suction in the decontamination area C) facilitate the sterilization process D) provide a measuring guide for the surgeon
A) unclog the suction during surgery
An osteotome is A) used to cut or shave bone B) a retractor C) a hemostatic forceps D) none of the above
A) used to cut or shave bone
The term HYSTER means A) uterus B) below C) above D) woman
A) uterus
Arthroscopy means A) visual exam of a joint B) surgical replacement of a joint C) inflammation of a joint D) surgical removal of a joint
A) visual exam of a joint
Floors in the Central Service department should be A) wet-mopped daily B) wet-mopped weekly C) swept daily and we-mopped weekly D) swept daily
A) wet-mopped daily
Capital equipment items are items A) with a high cost B) with a low purchase cost C) that are purchased, stored, consumed and reordered D) used for patient care
A) with a high cost
To properly test the sharpness of scissors four inches or less use A) yellow test material B) red test material C) an index cart D) Orange test material
A) yellow test material
The spore-producing microorganism used in steam sterilizer testing is geobacillus stearothermophilus. A)true B) false
A)true
The basics of aseptic technique is A) Knowledge the chain infection B) Activities the prevent infection C) Following the bloodborne pathogen standard D) All the above
B) Activities the prevent infection
The virus that causes hepatitis B is transmitted by A) Contact B) Blood C) Airborne D) Vector-borne
B) Blood
The body's control center is the A) meninges B) Central nervous system C) the brain stem D) Cerebrum
B) Central Nervous System
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classifies sterilization packaging as a A) Class I medical device B) Class II medical device C) Class III medical device D) Class IV medical device
B) Class II Medical device
The prefix word element A) Comes immediately before the suffix B) Comes before the root C) Comes before the suffix and describes he word meaning D) Come after the suffix
B) Comes before the root
What is the name of the surgical procedure when an opening is made into the skull A) Burr holes B) Craniotomy C) Craniectomy D) Open reduction of the skull
B) Craniotomy
Chemical indicators are _________ devices A) FDA class 1 B) FDA class 2 C) FDA class 3 D) Unregulated
B) FDA Class 2
All bacteria require the same conditions to live and grow A) True B) False
B) False
Aluminum foil is approved packaging material for use in ethylene oxide sterilizers A) True B) False
B) False
Centers for disease control guidelines are considered regulatory guidelines A) True B) False
B) False
External indicators can prove an item is sterile the sterilization cycle is complete A) true B) false
B) False
Flexible endoscopes that fail a leak test may continue to be used until the break/hole impacts the scope's function A) True B) False
B) False
Following Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations for wearing personal protective equipment in the Central Service decontamination area is optional A) True B) False
B) False
Gauze squares are the wicking material of choice for instrument sets A) true B) false
B) False
Healthy people do not harbor or transmit bacteria A) True B) False
B) False
Hydrogen peroxide is an effective sterilizing agent for linens and gauze sponges. A)True B) False
B) False
If soiled items are held in user units before pick up for processing, they must be kept at the patient's bedside until Central Service collects them A) True B) False
B) False
It is acceptable to transport soiled and clean items at the same in the same cart if they are placed on separate shelves A) True B) False
B) False
It is recommended to use immediate use steam sterilization to sterilize instruments contaminated with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease after procedure has been completed A) True B) False
B) False
Laser finished instruments are coated with a durable protective finish that cannot be chipped or scratched A) True B) False
B) False
Lumens should be moist when using hydrogen peroxide as a sterilizing agent A) True B) False
B) False
Personal protective equipment is not required when cleaning items for immediate use steam sterilization A) true B) false
B) False
Powered surgical instruments should be cleaned using a mechanical cleaning process A) True B) False
B) False
Prefix, suffix and roots are called word elements and are contained in all medical terms A) True B) False
B) False
Skin is a type on connective tissue A) True B) False
B) False
Stainless steel jaw needle holders last longer than tungsten carbide jaw needle holders A) True B) False
B) False
The decontamination area of the central service department is where instruments are carefully checked for cleanliness and function A) True B) False
B) False
The first sink bay in the decontamination area should be filled with a neutral detergent or enzyme A) True B) False
B) False
The part of a hemostat that locks and holds it in position is called the box lock A) True B) False
B) False
The sterilization method of choice for single-use items is immediate use steam sterilization A) True B) False
B) False
To help prevent the growth of biofilm, soil on used instruments should be allowed to dry A) True B) False
B) False
Using latex tubing to protect delicate instrumentation is the process of choice for items to be steam sterilized A) True B) False
B) False
Viruses are larger than bacteria A) true B) False
B) False
When cleaning prion contaminated instruments no special cleaning procedures are required only following standard protocols and the manufacturer's instructions for use A) True B) False
B) False
When placing instruments in a peel pack instruments in a peel pack, the tips should always face the paper side of the pack A) true B) false
B) False
When placing instruments in a peel pack, the tips should always face the paper side of the pack A) True B) False
B) False
When putting on PPE it is important to put the mask on first A) True B) False
B) False
When transporting sterile items in an approved vehicle, soiled items can be transported in the same cart as long as they are on different shelves from clean or sterile items A) true B) false
B) False
Instrument lubrication should be performed A) In the decontamination area each time the instrument is cleaned B) Following the manufacturer's instructions for use C) Each time the instrument is dissembled D) none of the above
B) Following the manufacturer's instructions for use
Molds, mushrooms, and yeast are common A) gram-negative organisms B) fungi C) gram-positive organisms D) prions
B) Fungi
Sterile storage areas should A) Have positive airflow and at least 10 air exchanges per hour B) Have positive airflow and at least four air exchanges per hour C) Have negative airflow and at least 10 air exchanges per hour D) Have negative airflow and at least four air exchanges per hour
B) Have positive airflow and at least four air exchanges per hour
This surgical procedure removes the uterus A) Hysteroscopy B) Hysterectomy C) Dilatation&Curettage D) Bilateral-salpingo oophorectomy
B) Hysterectomy
The process by which instruments are sterilized for immediate use is called A) Emergency Sterilization B) Immediate Use Stem Sterilization C) Core sterilization D) Rapid reprocessing
B) Immediate Use Stem Sterilization
an important reason for instrument preparation to begin at the point-of-use is A) It decreases the turnaround times in CS B) It helps prolong the life of instruments C) It reduces the amount of biohazards waste being transported D) It ensures all instruments are returned to CS
B) It helps prolong the life of instruments
The word laminectomy means A) Removal of a cyst in the spine B) Removal of part of a lamina C) To cut out part of a small bone D) The study of the spine
B) Removal of part of a lamina
A herniorrhaphy is a surgical procedure which A) Repairs a shoulder Muscle B) Repairs a muscle layer that is allowing all or part of an organ to project through an opening C) removes a sample of diseased or infected muscle D) Repairs fibrous membranes that cover a muscle
B) Repairs a muscle layer that is allowing all or part of an organ to project through an opening
Which of the following tells a primary meaning of a word A) Prefix word element B) Root word element C) Suffix word element D) Combining vowel
B) Root word element
Which of the following is an advantage of minimally invasive surgery A) Cost saving for the patient B) Shorter recovery times C) all procedures can be done in a same day surgery center D) Fewer instruments are used
B) Shorter recovery times
Instrument sets and other required instrumentation needed for all scheduled procedures for an entire day are usually pulled. A) Two days before they will be used B) The day or evening before they will be used C) the morning of the planned surgery D) early morning (for morning procedures) and early afternoon (for afternoon procedures) on the day of surgery
B) The day or evening before they will be used
Which of the following requires preventive maintenance standards be established for medical equipment A) Occupational Safety and Health Administration B) The joint commission C) Association for the advancement of medical instrumentation D) Association of periOperative registered nurses
B) The joint commission
Wrapped trays should not be stacked because A) It is ok to stack light weight trays but not heavy tray's as the bottom B) The tray's will be damaged C) It can cause holes in the wrapper of the bottom tray D) It will cause the shelving to bend
B) The tray's will be damaged
After use, loaner instrumentation must be decontaminated before it is shipped back to the vendor A) true B) false
B) True
Each year, approximately________ patients develop a healthcare-associated infection A) One million B) Two million C) 700,000 D) 500,000
B) Two million
The amount of time an item must remain wet with a disinfectant to achieve disinfection is called A) holding time B) Wet contact time C) activation D) Sterilization time
B) Wet contact time
Bacteria that do not require oxygen to live are called A) pathogenic B) anaerobic C) aerobic D) vibrio
B) anaerobic
The basics of aseptic technique A) is knowing that chain of infection B) are activities that prevent infection C) follow the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard D) are all the above
B) are activities that prevent infection
The hip joint is an example of a A) gliding joint B) ball and socket joint C) pivot joint D) hinge joint
B) ball and socket joint
Point-of-use preparation A) replaces the cleaning process B) begins the cleaning process C) increases Operating Room turn over time D) reduces Operating Room turn over time
B) begins the cleaning process
Microorganisms reproduce by a process called A) repopulation B) binary fission C) replication D) bilateral reproduction
B) binary fission
This Is the lining of the uterus A) vagina B) endometrium C) fimbriae D) skin
B) endometrium
Equipment leasing and rental differ in that A) leasing involves purchase; rental does not require ownership B) equipment rental is usually done on a shorter-term basis than equipment leasing C) equipment leasing involves the most expensive equipment: equipment rental involves less expensive equipment D) equipment leasing is an operating expense; rental does not have cost implications
B) equipment rental is usually done on a shorter-term basis than equipment leasing
the inventory system hat uses two identical carts to facilitate supply replenishment is called the A) case cart system B) exchange cart system C) Periodic automated replenishment system D) requisition system
B) exchange cart system
All central service departments perform the same basic services A) True B) False
B) false
All flexible endoscopes have internal chemicals A) true B) false
B) false
All microorganisms are harmful to humans A) true B) false
B) false
Aluminum foil is an approved packaging material for use in ethylene oxide sterilizers A) true B) false
B) false
Because of the cavitation and impingement action of mechanical cleaners there is no need to pre-clean items that will be processed in a mechanical cleaner A) true B) false
B) false
Because shelf life is event related, stock rotation is no longer necessary A) true B) false
B) false
Class III medical devices are identified as high risk A) true B) false
B) false
Computerized tracking systems are fast, but manual tracking systems are more effective for tracking A) true B) false
B) false
Customer surveys are ineffective tools in establishing central service quality processes A) true B) false
B) false
Effective communication skills will resolve all communication problems A) true B) false
B) false
Endoscope cameras are sealed instruments so fluid invasion is not a concern during the cleaning process A) true B) false
B) false
Endoscopes should be cleaned and the internal channels left moist for storage A) true B) false
B) false
Ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide and ozone sterilization can all use the same packaging materials A) true B) false
B) false
Event related shelf life means items are safe until opened for use A) true B) false
B) false
Gravity steam sterilizers use a pump or water injector to remove air from the chamber A) true B) false
B) false
Hand hygiene means hands are kept germ free at work A) true B) false
B) false
Horizontal work surfaces in the decontamination area should be cleaned and disinfected once per day A) true B) false
B) false
Hospitals can effectively validate sterilization processes A) true B) false
B) false
Hydrogen peroxide is an effective sterilizing agent for linens and Gauze sponges A) true B) false
B) false
If everyone develops a quality-driven focus, written policies and procedures are not necessary in the central service department A) true B) false
B) false
Immediate use steam is the process to sterilize tray's for future use A) true B) false
B) false
Immediate use steam sterilization was developed to process items when the facility does not have enough instruments to perform the surgery A) true B) false
B) false
Instruments received from surgery and tagged for repair do not need to be cleaned until they come back from repair A) true B) false
B) false
Laser finished instruments are coated with durable protective finish that cannot be chipped or scratched A) rue B) false
B) false
Leak testing should be performed on each flexible endoscope annually A) true B) false
B) false
Lumens should be moist when sterilized using hydrogen peroxide as a sterilizing agent A) true B) false
B) false
Most powered surgical instruments are immersible A) true B) false
B) false
Networking inside ones profession can help increase knowledge toward advancement while networking outside ones profession does not A) true B) false
B) false
On the job relationships do not change when one team member has been promoted A) true B) false
B) false
Only good oral and written communication skills are necessary to provide or obtain information A) true B) false
B) false
Organs are two or more cells that are similar A) true B) false
B) false
Personal development is mandatory while professional development is only needed for career advancement A) true B) false
B) false
Preference cards use used with a requisition inventory system A) true B) false
B) false
Requisition systems are primarily used in large facilities A) true B) false
B) false
Steam flush pressure pulse sterilizers are a type of gravity sterilizers A) True B) False
B) false
Temperatures in a sterile storage area should be 55 60 degrees Fahrenheit A) true B) false
B) false
Temperatures in the sterile storage area should be 64 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit A) true B) false
B) false
The International Standards Organization uses routine and unannounced inspections to monitor standards in healthcare facilities A) true B) false
B) false
The decontamination area of the central service department is where instruments are carefully checked for cleanliness and function A) true B) false
B) false
The spore is the control of a cell A) true B) false
B) false
There are currently no methods available to verify cleaning process outcomes A) true B) false
B) false
When combining loads, hard goods should be placed on the top shelves to allow for more efficient removal of the condensate A) true B) false
B) false
When putting on personal protective equipment it is important to put the mask on first A) true B) false
B) false
When sterilizing items at point-of-use an abbreviated cleaning procedure may be used due to the urgent need for the instruments A) true B) false
B) false
When water is seen on the outside of a pack after sterilization the pack is considered safe to use if all other packs in the load are dry A) true B) false
B) false
A step in communication that occurs when a listener asks a question is called A) stereotyping B) feedback C) communication looping D) halo interpretation
B) feedback
Inanimate objects that can transmit bacteria are called A) transmission devices B) fomites C) carriers D) famiseals
B) fomites
Accessories for electric powered equipment include A) hoses B) foot switches C) pressure regulators D) decontamination hoses
B) foot switches
The procedure to remove the stomach A) gastritis B) gastrectomy C) gastric bypass D) gastric sleeve
B) gastrectomy
Which of the following are classified as high-level disinfections A) glutaraldehyde and phenolics B) glutaraldehyde and othro-phthalaldehydes C) quaternary ammonium compounds and phenolics D) halogens and othro-phthalaldehydes
B) glutaraldehyde and othro-phthalaldehydes
Electronic testing of laparoscopic insulation should be done A) in the decontamination area prior to cleaning B) in the clean assembly area prior to set assembly C) at the factory or onsite repair unit D) in the operating room at the end of the procedure
B) in the clean assembly area prior to set assembly
The term it is means A) illness B) inflammation C) study of D) pain
B) inflammation
The term ostomy A) is a prefix B) is a suffix C) is a root D) means surgical removal
B) is a suffix
The Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems A) is a government program designed to eliminate mistakes in healthcare B) is designed to evaluate hospital stays from a patient's perception C) is part of the international standard organization 9000 program D) all the above
B) is designed to evaluate hospital stays from a patient's perception
Preventive maintenance A) is performed hen a piece of equipment injures a patient B) is designed to identify potential problems before they occur C) is performed when a user unit notices a problem D) is done by central service before equipment is dispensed
B) is designed to identify potential problems before they occur
Preventive maintenance A) is performed when a piece of equipment injures a patient B) is designed to identify potential problems before they occur C) is performed when a user unit notices a problem D) is done by central service before equipment is dispensed
B) is designed to identify potential problems before they occur
These are used to breakdown fatty tissue in instruments A) protease enzymes B) Lipase enzymes C) amylase enzymes D) neutral pH cleaners
B) lipase enzymes
These are used to breakdown fatty tissue on instruments A) protease enzymes B) lipase enzymes C) amylase enzymes D) neutral pH cleaners
B) lipase enzymes
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Medical Device recall A) means the item(s) cannot be used and must be pulled off the shelves B) means the item(s) need to be checked or repaired C) is a mandatory statute issued on a defective product D) is a voluntary statute issued on a potentially defective product
B) means the item(s) need to be checked or repaired
Micro biology is the study of A) life B) microorganisms C) human immune system D) All the above
B) microorganisms
skeletal muscles A) move involuntarily B) move only when we want them to move C) are responsible for muscle movement D) all the above
B) move only when we want them to
The part of a cell that controls cell function is the A) cytoplasm B) nucleus C) cell membrane D) capsule
B) nucleus
Some plastics including formulations of spun-bonded polyolefin are intended for use in these sterilization processes A) steam B) ozone and hydrogen peroxide C) liquid D) gravity
B) ozone and hydrogen peroxide
Airflow in the prep and pack area should be A) negative B) positive C) at least four exchanges per hour D) from the decontamination area to the preparation and packaging area
B) positive
Voluntary standards A) provide a guideline for required levels of service B) provide guidelines for better patient care C) are written enforceable guidelines D) are guidelines followed by the centers for disease control
B) provide guidelines for better patient care
Personal headsets should not be used in the central service department because they A) cannot be cleaned effectively B) reduce the ability to hear telephones, alarms and coworkers C) allow the music to be played too loud, potentially harming ones hearing D) none of the above
B) reduce the ability to hear telephones, alarms and coworkers
A herniorrhaphy surgical procedure is A) repair of a shoulder muscle B) repair of a muscle layer that is allowing all or part of an organ to project through an opening C) removal of a sample of diseased or infected muscle D) repair of fibrous membranes that cover a muscle
B) repair of a muscle layer that is allowing all or part of an organ to project through an opening
The __________ requires that the healthcare facility report malfunctions of medical devices that have contributed to patient injury, illness and/ or death to the manufacturer and the U.S. Food and drug administration A) Occupational safety and health administration patient safety act B) safe medical devices act C) environmental protection agency patient security act D) U.S. food and drug administration notification act
B) safe medical devices act
Which of the following is an advantage of minimally invasive surgery A) cost saving for the patient B) shorter recovery times C) all procedures can be done
B) shorter recovery times
The endoscope that would be dispensed for a procedure that required visualization of the lower part of the large intestine would be a A) colonoscope B) sigmoidoscope C) gastroscope D) ureteroscope
B) sigmoidoscope
the surgical procedure consists of removing an ear bone that has thickened and no longer transmits sound waves and replacing it with an artificial implant to improve hearing A) tympanoplasty B) stapedectomy C) auditory implantation D) myringotomy
B) stapedectomy
the term septorhinoplasty means A) surgery of a muscle wound B) surgical repair of the nose C) removal of a cyst D) incision of the stomach
B) surgical repair of the nose
The iris is A) one of the bones in the middle ear B) the colored portion of the eye C) the white portion of the eye D) the circular opening that controls the amount of light entering the eye
B) the colored portion of the eye
Written cleaning instructions for surgical instruments should be provided by A) the mechanical washer manufacturer B) the device manufacturer C) the detergent manufacturer D) the healthcare facility
B) the device manufacturer
The coolest place in a steam sterilizer is A) the gasket B) the thermostatic trap C) the jacket D) the chamber
B) the thermostatic trap
The use of heat to kill all microorganisms, except spores, is called A) sterilization B) thermal disinfection C) high-level disinfection D) mechanical disinfection
B) thermal disinfection
Instruments should be cleaned using a A) circular motion B) to and fro motion C) stiff metal brush D) water spray
B) to and fro motion
Central service technicians need to understand the anatomy of a steam sterilizer A) to know how properly clean the chamber B) to understand how the sterilizer operates C) to understand how to test the thermostatic trap D) to know how to properly maintain the jacket
B) to understand how the sterilizer operates
The best way to clean a suction lumen is A) using running warm water B) using the proper sized brush C) soaking in an enzyme solution for three minutes D Using the appropriate stylet
B) using the proper sized brush
The best way to clean a suction lumen is A) using running warm water B) using the proper sized brush C) soaking in an enzyme solution for three minutes D) using the appropriate stylet
B) using the proper sized brush
In an automated washer the key source of disinfection is A) hydrogen peroxide B) water temperature C) heat D) disinfecting detergent
B) water temperature
The amount of time an item must remain wet with a disinfectant to achieve disinfection is called A) Holding time B) wet contact time C) activation D) sterilization time
B) wet contact time
The abbreviation BKA means
Below the knee amputation
How long must alcohol remain in wet contact with an item to achieve a reasonable level of disinfection A) 3 to 15 minutes B) 2 to 5 minutes C) 5 to 10 minutes D) 10 to 20 minutes
C) 5 to 10 minutes
The temperature in the decontamination area should be between A) 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit B) 58 to 62 degrees Fahrenheit C) 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit D) 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit
Under current regulations who is required to report suspected medical device-related deaths to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration A) Device Manufacturer B) Hospitals C) All the Above D) None of the above
C) All the Above
When placing sterile items on the shelf, check A) Package integrity B) an expiration date C) Seals and filters to be sure they are intact D) all the above
C) All the above
An advantage of centralizing central service management is A) Payroll costs are lower B) More instrument can be processed faster than in a decentralized department C) Allows for maximization of people and services D) There are no real advantages to centralization
C) Allows for maximization of people and services
The absence of microorganisms that cause disease is called A) Infection prevention B) Infection control C) Asepsis D) Healthcare-associated infection control
C) Asepsis
________________ is an example of a fungus A) Pneumonia B) Tuberculosis C) Athlete's foot D) Herpes simplex
C) Athlete's foot
Clean multi-part instruments that have been assembled to test for functionality should A) Remain assembled for sterilization B) Be disassembled and placed in peel packs for sterilization C) Be disassembled and sterilized following manufacturer's instructions for use D) broken down and placed in separate containers for sterilization
C) Be disassembled and sterilized following manufacturer's instructions for use
The term hypo means A) quickly B) Above C) Below D) Measured
C) Below
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable sterilization packaging material A) Muslim B) Barrier cloth C) Canvas D) Twills
C) Canvas
All mechanical cleaning equipment provides A) multiple cleaning cycles B) Pre-rinse, wash, rinse, lubrication and dry cycles C) Consistent process D) All the above
C) Consistent process
Soiled instruments and other items are received in the _________ are of central service A) preparation B) Packing C) Decontamination D) Sterilization
C) Dencontamination
The use of test strips to test minimum effective concentration in high-level disinfection solutions is required A) Weekly preferably daily B) daily C) Each time the solution will be used D) only when manual soaking systems are used
C) Each time the solution will be used
Agency which imposes very strict labeling requirements on manufacturers of chemicals bused by central service departments A) Occupational Safety and Health Administration B) U.S. Food and Drug Administration C) Environmental Protection Agency D) Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
C) Environmental Protection Agency
Regulations under the clean air act are administered by the A) Occupational safety and health administration B) U.S. Food and drug administration C) Environmental protection agency D) Association of perioperative registered nurses
C) Environmental protection agency
The staining method most frequently used to identify the shape and characteristics of bacteria is called A) Acid fast B) Ziehl Neelsen C) Gram D) Skin test
C) Gram
Which of the following is NOT a requirement of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Bloodborne Pathogen Standard A) Provide hepatitis B vaccine to employees at no cost B) Observe standard precautions C) Keep biohazard areas locked D) Use engineering controls to prevent biohazard exposures
C) Keep biohazard areas locked
which of the following surgical abbreviation might be used relating to a fractured bone A) CABG B) BSO C) ORIF D) TAH
C) ORIF
Healthcare facilities are required by the ___________ to provide adequate ventilation systems, personal protective equipment and safe work operating procedures A) Environmental Protection Agency B) U.S. Food and Drug Administration C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration D) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services
C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Bacteria which cause disease are called A) Gram positive B) Gram Negative C) Pathogens D) Potentially infectious
C) Pathogens
One of the point-of-use preparation and transport is to A) Speed up decontamination process B) Ensure all the instruments are returned to central service C) Prevent cross contamination D) All the above
C) Prevent cross contamination
Which of these traffic control/dress code requirements applies to the clean assembly area of central service A) Biohazard B) Unrestricted C) Semi restricted D) Restricted
C) Semi restricted
Implantable devices A) should be immediate use steam sterilized in extended cycles B) Should only be sterilized using ethylene oxide C) Should not be immediate use steam sterilized unless there is a tracking system in place to trace the item to a patient D) Should be discarded if not used
C) Should not be immediate use steam sterilized unless there is a tracking system in place to trace the item to a patient
The system used to categorize patient care items based on the degree of risk of infection A) Ziehl-Neelsen Classification system B) Medical Device Classification System C) Spaulding Classification system D) High-level Disinfection Classification System
C) Spaulding Classification system
The process by which all forms of microorganisms are completely destroyed is called A) high-level disinfection B) thermal disinfection C) sterilization D) chemical disinfection
C) Sterilization
The term excise means A) To repair B) To open C) To cut out D) Examine
C) To cut out
Items should be contained for transport A) To keep the instruments from unnecessary movement during transport B) To keep the instrument sets intact C) To minimize the spread of microorganisms D) all he above
C) To minimize the spread of microorganisms
Bacteria that require oxygen are called A) pathogenic B) anaerobic C) aerobic D) vibrio
C) aerobic
Instrument lubrication is performed A) immediately before use B) after sterilization C) after cleaning D) before cleaning
C) after cleaning
When returning loaner items to the vendor A) all items should be completely assembled, tested and sterile B) trays should be returned immediately after point-of-use cleaning C) all items should be cleaned and decontaminated D) trays should be terminally sterilized before returning them to the vendor
C) all items should be cleaned and decontaminated
One important step in preparing for an interview is A) reviewing the certification exam questions B) developing a written response to application questions C) anticipating possible interview questions D) all the above
C) anticipating possible interview questions
Anaerobic bacteria require oxygen to live A) infection prevention B) infection control C) asepsis D) HIA control
C) asepsis
Temperature and humidity levels need to be monitored and recorded A) weekly, preferably daily B) each shift C) at least daily D) at least monthly
C) at least daily
The drain screen in a steam sterilizer must be cleaned A) weekly, preferably daily B) each cycle C) at least daily D) during routine preventative maintenance
C) at least daily
Decontamination of instruments and equipment starts A) During the manual cleaning process B) As soon as the instruments are received in he decontamination area C) at the point of use D) when the instruments are placed back in their trays at the point of use
C) at the point of use
Which f the following is NOT a result of computer integration A) eliminating redundant entry of information B) promotes efficiency C) automatically provides critical update to industry standards D) reduced inaccurate and conflicting information
C) automatically provides critical update to industry standards
Loaner instruments should A) be decontaminated if they appear soiled upon arrival B) be sterilized using a low temperature process C) be decontaminated before use D) should not be used
C) be decontaminated before use
The term ANTE means A) against B) apart C) before D) without
C) before
Customer complaints are best handled through which of the following approaches A) honesty B) a calm attitude C) being cheerful and courteous D) all the above
C) being cheerful and courteous
Subcutaneous means A) Low sugar content in the blood B) Displacement of the pelvic joint C) beneath the skin D) without infection; Sterile
C) beneath the skin
Temperature in the preparation and packaging area should be A) below 75 degrees Fahrenheit B) between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit C) between 68 and 73 degrees Fahrenheit D) between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit
C) between 68 and 73 degrees Fahrenheit
Technicians in the _____________ department perform safety inspections and functional tests on equipment A) material management B) infection prevention C) biomedical engineering D) facilities and maintenance
C) biomedical engineering
Which of the following systems provides supplies and instruments fir individual surgical procedures A) exchange cart B) periodic automated replenishment system C) case cart D) requisition
C) case cart
The largest part of the human brain is the A) brain stem B) cerebellum C) cerebrum D) spinal cord
C) cerebrum
All patient care equipment that was dispensed for use must be considered _________ and handled as such, regardless of its appearance A) sterile B) clean C) contaminated D) visibly solid
C) contaminated
All patient care equipment that was dispensed for use must be considered __________ and handled as such, regardless of its appearance A) sterile B) clean C) contaminated D) visibly soiled
C) contaminated
The first goal of creating an instrument pack is A) obtain the proper packaging container for the pack B) decide on the order of instrument placement C) create a pack that meets user needs D) create a pack that makes the physician happy
C) create a pack that meets user needs
A group of employees from different departments within the healthcare facility that work together to solve operating problems is called a A) decision-making team B) multi-dimensional team C) cross-functional team D) management-sub management team
C) cross-functional team
Central service technicians who do not think they are being treated appropriately by their employer should A) find another job B) discuss the problem with their workplace peers C) discuss the situation with their supervisor D) accept the situation as " the way things are done" at the facility
C) discuss the situation with their supervisor
The weakest part of a steam sterilizer is the A) jacket B) gasket C) door D) thermostatic valve
C) door
The use of test strips to test the minimum effective concentration in high-level disinfection solutions is required A) weekly preferably daily B) daily C) each time the solution will be used D) only when manual soaking systems are used
C) each time the solution will be used
The purpose of a combining is to A) tell the primary meaning of a word B) identify the meaning of the root word element C) ease pronunciation of a word D) connects the prefix and the suffix
C) ease pronunciation of a word
The only way to interrupt the transmission of a causative agent is to A) sterilize the item B) wear appropriate personal protective equipment C) eliminate it D) involve the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
C) eliminate it
The use of analytical skills to solve problems and make decisions is a component of which of the following knowledge and skills dimensions A) communication abilities B) facility system responsibilities C) employability skills D) safety practices
C) employability skills
To protect themselves from splashes and spills, central service techs assigned to the decontamination area should wear. A) double-cloth gowns B) blue surgical scrubs C) fluid- resistant gowns D) sterile operating room gowns
C) fluid resistant gowns
Coaching is an example of A) informal communication B) discipline C) formal communication D) mentoring
C) formal communication
In the future, which of the following will more frequently become a requirement for working in a central service department A) on-the-job training B) experience C) formal education D) reference from facility administrator
C) formal education
In central service the concept of " one-way flow of materials refers to the movement of products A) From central service to surgical areas B) From surgical areas to central service C) from soiled areas to clean processing area within central service D) From clean processing areas to soiled areas in central service
C) from soiled areas to clean processing area within central service
In central service, the concept of " one-way flow of materials" refers to the movement of products A) from central service to surgical areas B) from surgical area to central service C) from soiled areas to clean processing areas within central service D) from clean processing areas to soiled areas in central service
C) from soiled areas to clean processing areas within central service
Scissors with tungsten carbide cutting edges are usually identified by A) black handles B) silver handles C) gold handles D) the letters "TC"
C) gold handles
Improving employability skills requires A) identifying requirements for upper-level education B) creating a timeline for promotion C) identifying goal requirements D) all the above
C) identifying goal requirements
The suffix plasty A) is a prefix meaning to suture B) is a prefix meaning surgical restoration C) is a suffix meaning surgical restoration D) means to suture
C) is a suffix meaning surgical restoration
Capital equipment items are A) usually used for patient care B) items with a lower purchase cost C) items with a higher purchase cost D) purchased, stored, consumed and reordered
C) items with a higher purchase cost
Arthroscopy instruments are used during A) robotic surgery B) laparoscopic surgery C) joint surgery D) all the above
C) joint surgery
arthroscopy instruments are used during A) robotic surgery B) laparoscopic surgery C) joint surgery D) all the above
C) joint surgery
AN organ that filters the blood to remove amino acids and some harmful toxins A) kidney B) pancreas C) liver D) gall bladder
C) liver
Hypoglycemia means A) a malignant tumor B) tissue death of an artery C) low blood sugar D) enlargement of the heart
C) low blood sugar
The prefix hemi- A) means near B) is a suffix C) means half D) means around
C) means half
What is the most common pH for detergents used for most cleaning processes? A) low pH B) high pH C) neutral pH D) it depends on the water temperature and exposure time
C) neutral pH
What is the preferred pH for detergents used for most cleaning processes A) low pH B) high pH C) neutral pH D) it depends on the water temperature and exposure time
C) neutral pH
the brain center of a cell is called the A) cell membrane B)cytoplasm C) nucleus D) DNA
C) nucleus
Heavy item should be placed A) on the shelf first B) on the bottom shelf C) on the middle shelves D) on the lower shelves
C) on the middle shelves
Bacteria that cause disease are called A) gram positive B) gram negative C) pathogens D) potentially infectious
C) pathogens
When loading a steam sterilizer, basins should be A) placed in an upright position B) loaded first C) placed on edge D) placed in a wire basket
C) placed on edge
When central service supports affiliated clinics A) only disposable instrument should be sent to the clinics B) a separate tracking system must be developed for the clinic areas C) planning and communication are is critical D) equipment preventive maintenance and repair are not as critical
C) planning and communication are is critical
One of the goals of point-of-use preparation and transport is to A) speed up the decontamination process B) ensure all the instruments are returned to central service C) prevent cross contamination D) all the above
C) prevent cross contamination
The purpose of the insulation covering laparoscopy instruments is to A) protect the surgeon from burns B) it helps keep the instrument from slipping during surgery C) protect the patient from electrical current D) protect the patient from cauterization
C) protect the patient from electrical current
Count sheets are A) describe each instrument in detail B) are used only for operating room trays and large procedure packs C) provide a detailed list of tray contents D) all the above
C) provide a detailed list of tray contents
Which of the following information is NOT included on a safety data sheet A) special precautions B) physical data C) required inventory levels D) product identification
C) required inventory levels
Which of these traffic control/dress code requirements applies to the clean assembly area of central service A) biohazard B) unrestricted C) semi restricted D) restricted
C) semi restricted
Which of the following common items of patient care equipment limits the development of deep vein thrombosis and peripheral edema in immobile patients A) respirator B) intermittent suction device C) sequential compression unit D) defibrillator
C) sequential compression unit
The decision to use reusable or disposable instruments in procedure trays is determined by A) where the instruments will be used B) the Infection Prevention department C) several factors including physician preference, storage and cost D) amount of items to be used and delivery schedules
C) several factors including physician preference, storage and cost
The system that gives the body shape and support A) muscular system B) nervous system C) skeletal system D) circulatory system
C) skeletal system
Which of the following is NOT a component of risk management A) injury management B) claims management C) staff management D) accident reporting
C) staff management
The last word element in a medical term is the A) combining vowel B) prefix C) suffix D) root
C) suffix
this program is designed to reduce harm to the environment A) case cart system B) STAT requisition C) sustainability D) automatic reorders
C) sustainability
Instruments with tungsten carbide jaws can be easily identified by A) The diamond serration pattern on the instrument jaws B) The black handles on the instruments C) The gold handles on the instruments D) the self-retaining lock on the instrument shaft
C) the gold handles on the instruments
Information regarding cleaning processes for endoscopes should be provided by A) the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates B) Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology C) the instrument manufacturer D) the operating room staff
C) the instrument manufacturer
A biological indicator is called positive when A) the incubation process is complete B) there is no growth on the ampule after incubation C) there is growth in the ampule after incubation D) prior to sterilization
C) there is growth in the ampule after incubation
If soiled instruments are to be transported to an offsite facility for processing A) they should be counted prior to placing them in the transport vehicle B) they should be placed in special containers made for instrument transport C) they should be transported following the U.S. or state department of Transportation guidelines D) they should be transported following the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology safe transportation guidelines
C) they should be transported following the U.S. or state department of Transportation guidelines
If soiled instruments are to be transported to an offsite facility for processing A) they should be counted prior to placing them in the transport vehicle B) they should be placed in special containers made for the instrument transport C) they should be transported following the U.S. or state department of transportation guidelines D) they should be transported following the association for professionals in infection control and epidemiology safe transportation guidelines
C) they should be transported following the U.S. or state department of transportation guidelines
Items should be contained for transport A) to keep the instruments from unnecessary movement during transport B) to keep the instrument sets intact C) to minimize the spread of microorganisms D) all the above
C) to minimize the spread of microorganisms
The purpose of learning medical terminology is A) to give the central service tech an understanding of Latin and French words B) to enable central service techs to read instrument count sheets C) to provide the operating room and medical staff with the goods and services they need D) To list critical terms used in the healthcare setting
C) to provide the operating room and medical staff with the goods and services they need
Which of the following statements is correct? A) patient care equipment tracking requires a computer B) patient care equipment should only be tracked if it has a value in excess of an amount by the facility C) tracking patient care equipment can prevent equipment shortages D) patient care equipment must only be tracked if its usage will be charged to patients
C) tracking patient care equipment can prevent equipment shortages
Which of the following should be used thoroughly rinse(remove) all traces of disinfectant from an endoscope's channels A) Forced air B) water containing approved sterilant C) treated water D) A heated glutaraldehyde
C) treated water
Which of the following should be used to thoroughly rinse (remove) all traces of disinfectant from an endoscope's channels A) forced air B) water containing approved sterilant C) treated water D) a heated glutaraldehyde
C) treated water
Knowing and understanding medical terminology helps technicians A) reduce the productivity of the operating room B) understand manufacturers instructions for use C) understand what is asked when a request is made D) Become proficient in Latin and French word elements
C) understand what is asked when a request is made
Which of the following is NOT required for sharps safety A) Dispose of all single use sharps in an appropriate container B) Sharp ends should be pointed away from anyone's body during transport C) wash all disposable sharps before discarding them D) all the above are related to sharps safety
C) wash all disposable sharps before discarding them
The sterile storage process starts A) when items are received in the decontamination area B) after items are sterilized and cooled C) when the sterilizer door is opened D) when items go into sterilizer
C) when the sterilizer door is opened
Thermal Disinfection is accomplished using A) heated chemicals B) heated glutaraldehyde C) prolonged high pressure steam D) heat
D) heat
Which of the following statements about the use of mechanical washers is NOT true A) Multi-level trays should be separated B) Trays with lids should be opened C) instruments should be disassembled and opened D) All items should be washed on the same cycle
D) All items should be washed on the same cycle
Contaminated items may be returned to central service A) During scheduled soiled pick up rounds B) By staff from user departments C) In case carts D) All the above
D) All the above
Microbes A) Can be fond on hair and skin B) are useful to break down sewage C) Can produce toxins D) All the above
D) All the above
When using high-level disinfectants it is important to remember that they may be deactivated by A) Dilution B) Organic matter C) Time D) All the above
D) All the above
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Class II chemical indicator run daily in dynamic air removal sterilizers is called A) process challenge device B) external chemical indicator C) biological indicator D) Bowie-Dick test
D) Bowie-dick test
When mixing several low-to intermediate-level disinfectants together, it is important to remember A) they should be mixed in a well- ventilated room. B)the mixture must be tested for its minimum effective concentration before use C) nitrile gloves should be used to protect hands D) Chemicals should not be mixed
D) Chemicals should not be mixed
The pupil of the eye is the A) Middle layer of the eye B) Colored portion of the eye C) White portion of the eye D) Circular opening that controls the amount of light entering the eye
D) Circular opening that controls the amount of light entering the eye
The U.S. Food and drug administration is responsible for A) Maintaining all manufacturer records B) Ensuring items can properly cleaned and sterilized C) monitoring the high-level disinfection process D) Ensuring food, drugs and cosmetics are safe for use
D) Ensuring food, drugs and cosmetics are safe for use
The proper handling of instrumentation is the responsibility of A) the surgeon B) The scrub Technician C) The central service technician D) Everyone who comes in contact with the instrumentation
D) Everyone who comes in contact with the instrumentation
Viruses A) move by a droplet method of transportation B) Move by direct contact method of transportation C) Move by an airborne method of transportation D) Have no means of movement on their own
D) Have no means of movement on their own
A pick list contains information that A) Assists the surgeon during the procedure B) Is used to assemble surgery instrument sets C) Assists the central service technician in selecting the correct supplies for the sterile storage area. D) Identifies the supplies and instruments needed for a specific doctor and procedure.
D) Identifies the supplies and instruments needed for a specific doctor and procedure
Healthcare-associated infections are A) Most likely to occur during a surgical procedure B) Caused by drug resistant organisms C) infections without known cures D) Infections which occur in the course of being treated in healthcare facility
D) Infections which occur in the course of being treated in healthcare facility
The muscular system A) assists with movement B) Produces heat for the body C) Pumps blood throughout the body D) Is all of the above
D) Is all of the above
Which of the following statements about Immediate Use Steam Sterilization is true? A) It is the sterilization method of choice for metal instruments B) It is recommended to be used as a primary sterilization process by the association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation and the Association of perioperative Registered nurses C) It reduces turnaround time because cleaning is not required D) It should be used only when there is not time to process items using the wrapped method
D) It should be used only when there is not time to process items using the wrapped method
The federal program designed for the voluntary reporting of device related problems is called A) The safe medical device act B) The medical recall act C) The U.S. food and drug Administration reporting requirements D) Med watch
D) Med watch
When an instrument has a shiny surface it is said to have a ______ Finish A) satin B) Passivation C) Matte D) Mirror
D) Mirror
This gland stimulates body growth A) Adrenal gland B) Thyroid gland C) Pancreas D) Pituitary gland
D) Pituitary gland
The sterile storage area in a central service department should be restricted to A) Central service managers and supervisors B) Operating room personnel C) Central service employees only D) Properly attired personnel meeting facility requirements
D) Properly attired personnel meeting facility requirements
When removing PPE what do you remove first A) Gloves B) Gown C) Mask D) Shoe covers
D) Shoe covers
Product expiration dates are located on this part of each package A) Top part of the package chevron B) Bottom left hand side of the package C) back of the package D) There is no standard place to look for an expiration date
D) There is no standard place to look for an expiration date
Product expiration dates are located on this part of each package A) Top part of the package chevron B) Bottom left hand side of the package C) Back of the package D) There is no standard place to look for an expiration place
D) There is no standard place to look for an expiration place
medical device reporting is regulated by the A) National Fire Protection Association B) Environmental Protection Agency C) World Health Organization D) U.S. food and Drug Administration
D) U.S. food and Drug Administration
The Association of perioperative Registered nurses is A) A regulatory agency that writes regulatory standards for the operating room B) Responsible for infection prevention guidelines C) A voluntary agency that oversees professional standards D) a professional organization that writes guidelines for the operating room
D) a professional organization that writes guidelines for the operating room
The quality method failure mode and effects analysis is a A) method to investigate issues after they occur to prevent future occurrences B) a system recommended by surveying agencies to ensure quality C) a system used in all central service instrument process to guarantee quality D) a quality method to prevent problems before they occur
D) a quality method to prevent problems before they occur
Chemical indicators can show a fail result because of A) sterilizer malfunction B) using the wrong chemical indicator C) using the wrong sterilization cycle D) all the above
D) all the above
Due to difficulty of cleaning items contaminated with prions A) disposable instrument should be used during the case B) heat sensitive items should not be used as they will probably be destroyed during cleaning C) if reusable items are used guidelines suggest disposing of the items contaminated with high risk tissue D) all the above
D) all the above
Immediate use steam sterilization documentation should include A) name of the patient for which the items were sterilized B) sterilizer number and cycle C) name of the instrument sterilized D) all the above
D) all the above
Monitoring records must be A) accurate B) legible C) complete D) all the above
D) all the above
Professional development skill building activities include A) team building activities B) public speaking C) writing D) all the above
D) all the above
Six Sigma focuses on A) reducing defects B) delivering near perfect products C) strives to eliminate variations in the process D) all the above
D) all the above
Steps toward attaining professional goals in central service include A) certification B) educational conferences C) professional groups D) all the above
D) all the above
Sterile tray's should A) not be touched until they are properly cooled B) lifted not dragged off the sterilizer cart C) checked to be sure the external chemical indicators have turned the appropriate color D) all the above
D) all the above
The following resources will help technician stay current in the central service field A) conferences B) on-the-job training C) continuing education D) all the above
D) all the above
Which of the following is an example of communication A) spoken words B) written words C) non-verbal expressions D) all the above
D) all the above
robotic instruments A) so not come apart for cleaning B) have mechanical and electrical components in the proximal end of the instrument C) are heavier than standard laparoscopic instruments D) all the above
D) all the above
Endoscopes are often processed in a mechanical unit called A) an ultrasonic cleaner B) a washer-disinfector C) a flush-pulse endoscope reprocessor D) an automatic endoscope reprocessor
D) an automatic endoscope reprocessor
Kerrison/laminectomy rongeurs should be tested using A) tissue paper B) a plastic dowel rod C) rubber testing material D) an index card
D) an index card
The term "Periosteal elevator" means A) surgical removal of tissue near the thyroid B) surgical removal of one half of the stomach C) An instrument for cutting skin D) An instrument used to remove tissue around the bone
D) an instrument used to remove tissue around the bone
These chemicals are used on animate ( living tissue) to slow the growth of microorganisms A) glutaraldehyde B) disinfectants C) halogens D) antiseptics
D) antiseptics
Microbes A) Can be useful in food products B) are useful to break down sewage C) can produce toxins D) are all the above
D) are all the above
the U.S. Food and Drug Administration class II chemical indicator run daily in dynamic air removal sterilizers is called a A) process challenge device B) external chemical indicator C) the certification process D) bowie-dick test
D) bowie-dick test
Improving professional development skills is an important part of A) the interview process B) networking C) the certification process D) career advancement
D) career advancement
Before an item can be placed in a low-temperature sterilization processing system they must be A) heated B) filled with air C) sterilized D) cleaned
D) cleaned
This the first step in the sterilization process A) receiving B) sorting C) soaking D) cleaning
D) cleaning
Automated supply replenishment systems are A) no longer used B) used only in surgery C) difficult to manage D) computerized
D) computerized
Three of the main phases of a terminal steam sterilizer cycle are A) gravity, exposure and exhaust B) pre-vacuum, exposure and exhaust C) exposure, exhaust and dry D) conditioning, exposure and exhaust
D) conditioning, exposure and exhaust
A biological indicator that is incubated without being sterilized called A) positive B) negative C) a process challenge device D) control
D) control
the suffix -tome means A) surgical restoration B) surgical fixation C) to suture D) cutting instrument
D) cutting instrument
Dark areas on the lens of endoscope are A) Debris B) light-emitting diode optics C) light-emitting diode bulbs D) damaged light fibers
D) damaged light fibers
When loading a steam sterilizer A) Basin sets should be placed on edge and tilted B) soiled containers should be placed so air can get out C) there should be visible space between packs D) Do all the Above
D) do all of the above
Maintaining professional conduct standards and adapting to changing situations are examples of A) communication abilities B) teamwork C) legal responsibilities D) employability skills
D) employability skills
Employee training should occur A) for new employees B) at least monthly C) for employees who move to a new position D) for both new employees and employees who move to a new position
D) for both new employees and employees who move to a new position
The human resources tool that identifies major tasks performed by persons in specific positions is called a A) job duty list B) job specification C) task summary review D) job description
D) job description
Detergents used in mechanical cleaners should be A) low alkaline B) low acid C) low temperature D) low foaming
D) low foaming
Which of the following is true about a valuing diversity effort A) it"happens" because top-level officials require it B) it occurs because a central service director desires it C) it is a "program" in which a committee " decides what to do" D) none of the above statements is correct
D) none of the above statements is correct
More than 55% of blood is made up of this yellowish liquid A) platelets B) red blood cells C) white blood cells D) plasma
D) plasma
Surgical instruments are carefully inspected for cleanliness and function in the ________ area of the central service department A) decontamination B) sterilization C) sterile storage D) preparation and packaging
D) preparation and packaging
Which of the following is NOT a feature of an instrument tracking system A) productivity information B) financial data C) quality assurance information D) product updates and recall information
D) product updates and recall information
Knowing what is expected and consistently meeting those expectations are part of A) effective communications B) ethical behavior C) job success D) professional behavior
D) professional behavior
The degree or grade of excellence of a product or service is called A) Six Sigma B) Lean C) the international standard organization 9000 D) quality
D) quality
If an equipment malfunction causes harm to patients, it should be A) discarded immediately B) sent to the manufacturer for repairs C) sequestered for inspection by Occupational Safety and Health Administration D) returned immediately to the biomedical department
D) returned immediately to the biomedical department
Devices listed as critical items, must be ________ prior to use A) high-level disinfected B) intermediate-level disinfected C) low-level disinfected D) sterilized
D) sterilized
The root element gastro refers to the A) colon B) heart C) muscles D) stomach
D) stomach
A septoplasty is A) the repair of the small intestine B) repair of a septic wound C) repair of a tendon sheath D) straightening the nose
D) straightening the nose
Asepsis is defined as A) the absence of all microorganisms B) the ability to prevent a healthcare-associated infection C)the ability to stop the chain of infection D) the absence of microorganisms that cause disease
D) the absence of microorganisms that cause disease
When a soiled instrument is found during the assembly process A) the instrument should be cleaned with a soft bristled brush and alcohol B) the instrument should be discarded C) the entire work area must be cleaned D) the instrument and the tray it was In should be sent to decontamination area for re-cleaning
D) the instrument and the tray it was in should be sent to decontamination area for re-cleaning
Which organization conducts onsite survey of healthcare facilities A) society of gastroenterology nurses and associates B) Association for the professionals in infection control and epidemiology C) American national standards institute D) the joint commission
D) the joint commission
While items may be dispensed to all areas of a facility, the major focus of the sterile storage personnel is A) the emergency department B) L&D C) Material management D) the operating room
D) the operating room
Safety data sheets are provided by A) the Occupational Safety and Health Administration B) the U.S. Food and Drug Administration C) the Risk Management department D) the product manufacturer
D) the product manufacturer
When cleaning items contaminated with pseudomonas A) items should be cleaned in a separate area to prevent cross-contamination B) items should be placed in a disinfectant solution prior to manual cleaning C) the infection prevention department should be notified of the contamination D) there are no special cleaning requirements for items contaminated with pseudomonas
D) there are no special cleaning requirements for items contaminated with pseudomonas
When transporting items that have been immediate use steam sterilized, it is required that A) they be transported in a closed container B) they be transported to the patient area within five minutes of the completion C) they will be allow to properly cooled before transport D) they be transported in such a manner that reduces the potential for contamination
D) they be transported in such a manner that reduces the potential for contamination
When transporting items that have been immediate use steam sterilized, it is required that A) they be transported in a closed container B) they be transported to the patient area within five minutes of the completion of sterilization cycle C) they be allow to properly cooled before transport D) they be transported in such a manner that reduces the potential for contamination
D) they be transported in such a manner that reduces the potential for contamination
A disadvantage of an exchange cart system is A) thy do not work in emergency departments B) they are used for a specific procedure only C) replenishment supplies need to be ordered frequently D) they require duplicate inventory
D) they require duplicate inventory
Healthcare-associated infections are A) most likely to occur during a surgical procedure B) caused by drug resistant organisms C) those without known cures D) those which occur n the course of being treated in a healthcare facility
D) those which occur n the course of being treated in a healthcare facility
The main theory of standard precautions is A)that patients in high-risk categories may be infectious B) that patients diagnosed with a specific disease may be infectious C) that patients are generally healthy unless they show symptoms of an infectious disease D) to treat all human blood and body fluids as infectious
D) to treat all human blood and body fluids as infectious
When placing instruments that open in an instrument tray A) lock the handles to prevent damage during sterilization B) arrange the instruments in alphabetical order C) arrange the instruments in the order of their use D) unlock the handles and open the instruments
D) unlock the handles and open the instruments
Viruses use this method of transportation to move A) droplet B) direct contact C) airborne method D) viruses have no means of movement on their own
D) viruses have no means of movement on their own
Equipment should be inspected for obvious hazards such as cracked or frayed electrical cords A) only by trained biomedical engineering activities B) only during preventive maintenance activities C) only when there are complaints from user department personnel D)whenever the equipment is inspected in central service
D) whenever the equipment is inspected in central service
Temperature and humidity levels in the sterile storage area should be checked and recorded at least weekly A) true B) false
False
When moving transport carts throughout the healthcare facility, central service technicians must always yield right of way to patients and visitors A) True B) False
a) true
